TORONTO, April 23, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Epiq Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:EPIQ), a leading global provider of integrated technology solutions for the legal profession, today announced the expansion of its eDiscovery team in Canada:
- Jessica Lockett joined as director of document review services. Ms. Lockett will oversee Epiq's document review services in Canada. She has extensive experience in the document review industry, having assisted numerous clients as a manager for a leading eDiscovery service provider in Toronto. A graduate of Dalhousie Law School, Ms. Lockett practiced law for several years at TD Bank Group supporting its wealth group.
- Dillon Craig joined the Canada region business development team as associate director of global legal solutions.
- Blake Lauer joined as service desk technician, providing IT services to Epiq's clients at its Richmond Street review center.
Since opening in 2013, Epiq's Toronto office continues to see steady growth – expanding its offerings from document review to consulting, collection, processing and hosting services in 2014.
"Canada is an essential and valued component of our international presence, both in the competition and litigation spaces," said Andrew Shimek, Epiq's global managing director of eDiscovery solutions. "As our Canadian and international business continues to grow, we are thrilled to add to our talented team in the Toronto office."
About Epiq Systems
Epiq Systems is a leading global provider of integrated technology solutions for the legal profession, including electronic discovery, bankruptcy, and class action and mass tort administration. We also offer full-service capabilities to support litigation, investigations, financial transactions, regulatory compliance and other legal matters. Our innovative technology and services, deep subject-matter expertise and global presence spanning 45 countries served from more than 20 locations allow us to provide secure, reliable solutions to the worldwide legal community. Visit us at www.epiqsystems.com.